Obstetric Exercise and Maternal Outcomes in Pregnancy

"The intervention will consist of a structured obstetric exercise program administered by a physiotherapist who is permanently employed at the hospital's prenatal education center, ensuring the reliability and standardization of the intervention. The program will be based on the Pregnancy and Exercise Guide (2012) published by the Turkish Ministry of Health and will be delivered in the pregnancy school of a public hospital in eastern Türkiye.~The exercises will be provided at weekly intervals and will include:~Active joint movements to improve mobility and maintain functional range of motion,~Stretching exercises to enhance flexibility and alleviate musculoskeletal discomfort,~Calisthenic bodyweight exercises to promote muscle strength and endurance,~Relaxation and breathing techniques to reduce stress and improve maternal well-being."